English Synonym Finder

criticize

Definitions

To indicate the faults of someone or something in a disapproving way.

To form and express a sophisticated judgment of a literary or artistic work.

Examples

It is much easier to criticize others than to improve oneself.

The manager decided to criticize the team's performance during the weekly meeting.

She did not want to criticize his work, but she felt it was necessary for his growth.

Synonyms

censure condemn denounce reproach rebuke berate chastise

Antonyms

praise commend laud approve compliment extol endorse